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1. Interpreter vs. Compiler

• How it works:
  • Compiler: Translates the entire source code into machine code or bytecode before execution. It reads the whole program at once and generates an executable file.
  • Interpreter: Translates and executes the source code line by line, or statement by statement. It doesn't generate a separate executable file.
• Java: Compiler or Interpreter?
  • Java is a hybrid. It uses both. The Java compiler (Javac) compiles .java source code into platform-independent bytecode (.class files). The Java Virtual Machine (JVM), which is an interpreter, then executes this bytecode. This is what enables Java's "write once, run anywhere" capability.
• Examples:
  • Interpreters: Python, Ruby, JavaScript (typically interpreted by browsers), PHP.
  • Compilers: C, C++, C#, Pascal, Swift.

2. What is OOP?

• Definition: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) is a programming paradigm based on the concept of "objects," which can contain data (attributes) and code (methods). It's a way of structuring programs by modeling real-world entities. The four main pillars are:
  • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit (an object).
  • Inheritance: A mechanism where a new class (subclass) inherits properties and methods from an existing class (superclass).
  • Polymorphism: The ability of an object to take on many forms. A single name can be used for different purposes.
  • Abstraction: Hiding complex implementation details and showing only the essential features of an object.
• OOP-implemented languages: Java, C++, Python, C#, Ruby, Smalltalk.
• Before OOP: Before OOP, developers primarily used the Procedural Programming paradigm. This style of programming uses a series of steps or procedures to perform a task. It focuses on writing functions or procedures that operate on data, which is often stored in global variables. Languages like C and Pascal were popular examples of procedural languages.

3. Java Architecture

• JVM vs. JIT vs. JRE vs. JDK:
  • JVM (Java Virtual Machine): An abstract machine that provides a runtime environment to execute Java bytecode. It's the core of the Java platform, responsible for interpreting and executing the .class files.
  • JIT (Just-In-Time) Compiler: A component within the JVM. It compiles parts of the bytecode into native machine code at runtime, which can significantly improve performance for frequently executed code.
  • JRE (Java Runtime Environment): A bundle that includes the JVM, core libraries, and other supporting files. It's what you need to run a Java application.
  • JDK (Java Development Kit): A superset of the JRE. It includes the JRE plus development tools like the Java compiler (javac), debugger, and archiver. You need the JDK to develop Java applications.
• Which is platform dependent?
  • The JVM is platform dependent. There is a specific JVM implementation for Windows, macOS, Linux, etc., that knows how to interact with the underlying operating system.
• Which is platform independent?
  • The Java bytecode (.class files) is platform independent. It's a universal format that can be executed by any JVM, regardless of the underlying operating system.

4. Inheritance

• What, When, Keyword:
  • What: A mechanism in which one class (subclass or child class) acquires the properties and behaviors (fields and methods) of another class (superclass or parent class).
  • When: We use inheritance to achieve code reusability and to model a hierarchical "is-a" relationship (e.g., a "Car" is a "Vehicle").
  • Keyword: The extends keyword is used to implement inheritance in Java.
• Real-life Implementation:
  • Vehicles: A Vehicle class could have attributes like speed and methods like startEngine(). Car, Truck, and Motorcycle classes could then inherit from Vehicle, each adding its own unique properties.
  • Shapes: A Shape class could have a method calculateArea(). Circle, Square, and Triangle classes could all inherit from Shape and provide their own specific implementation of calculateArea().

5. Polymorphism

• Definition: Polymorphism means "many forms." In OOP, it's the ability of a variable, function, or object to take on different forms.
• What: It allows you to define a single interface (method name) for different underlying forms (implementations).
• When: It is used to simplify code, make it more flexible, and allow for a single type to refer to objects of different classes that are related by inheritance.
• Explanation: There are two types of polymorphism in Java:
  • Compile-time Polymorphism (Method Overloading): When multiple methods in the same class have the same name but different parameters (number, type, or order). The compiler decides which method to call at compile time.
  • Runtime Polymorphism (Method Overriding): When a subclass provides a specific implementation for a method that is already defined in its superclass. The decision of which method to call is made at runtime by the JVM.

6. Main Method Explanation

• A-Z (public static void main(String[] args)):
  • public: An access specifier. The JVM can call it from anywhere, as it's the entry point to the program.
  • static: The method belongs to the class, not to any specific object of the class. This allows the JVM to call the method without creating an object of the class.
  • void: The method does not return any value.
  • main: The name of the method. This is a special, predefined name that the JVM looks for as the starting point of execution.
  • String[] args: An array of String objects that can hold command-line arguments passed to the program.
• Why String[] args? To allow the program to receive and process input from the command line at runtime.
• Who calls the main method? The Java Virtual Machine (JVM).
• Can it be private? No. The main method must be public so that the JVM can access and execute it from outside the class.
• Can it be non-static? No. If it were non-static, the JVM would have to create an object of the class to call it, which would be a chicken-and-egg problem. The static keyword allows the method to be called directly on the class.
• How JVM calls it: The JVM looks for a method with the exact signature public static void main(String[] args) in the class specified when running the program (e.g., java MyClass).
• Can it return anything? No. The main method must have a void return type.
• Why String[]? Command-line arguments are always passed as text strings. String[] is the appropriate data structure to store an array of these strings.
• Can we change args to another name? Yes. args is just a variable name. You can use any valid identifier, like arguments, params, etc.

7. Variable and Datatype Definitions

• Variable: A named memory location that stores data. It has a type, a name, and a value.
• Data Type: A classification that specifies what kind of value a variable can hold and what operations can be performed on it.
• Java Data Types:
  • Primitive Data Types (8):
    • Integer: byte, short, int, long
    • Floating-point: float, double
    • Character: char
    • Boolean: boolean
  • Non-Primitive (Reference) Data Types:
    • String
    • Array
    • Class
    • Interface

9. Interface vs. Abstract Class

• Abstraction:

  • Can we create an object? No. An abstract class is a blueprint; it is incomplete and cannot be instantiated.
  • Can we create a constructor? Yes. An abstract class can have a constructor, which is called when a subclass is instantiated to initialize the state inherited from the superclass.
  • Can it have a main method? Yes. An abstract class can have a main method and can be executed, as long as it has a concrete entry point.
  • Can it have static/non-static? Yes. It can have both static and non-static methods and variables, just like a regular class.
  • Default access modifier: The default access modifier for members is the same as a normal class (package-private). Abstract methods, however, have no implementation and must be overridden in subclasses, and their access modifier must be public or protected.

• Interface:

  • Can we create an object? No. An interface defines a contract; it has no implementation and cannot be instantiated.
  • Can we create a constructor? No. Interfaces cannot have constructors as they cannot be instantiated.
  • Can it have a main method? Yes. Since Java 8, interfaces can have static methods, and a main method is a static method.
  • Can it have static/non-static? Yes, since Java 8. Interfaces can have static and default methods with implementations. Non-static abstract methods are the default.
  • Default access modifier: Since Java 8, all members are implicitly public. Methods are public abstract by default. Static and default methods are also public. Variables are implicitly public static final.

10. The this Keyword

• When and Where to use:
  • To refer to the current object's instance variables (fields) when there is a naming conflict with a local variable or a method parameter.
  • To call one constructor from another constructor within the same class (constructor chaining).
  • To pass the current object as an argument to a method.
  • To return the current object from a method.

11. SQL Queries

• Create a table:
  

  CREATE TABLE Employees (
      EmployeeID INT PRIMARY KEY,
      FirstName VARCHAR(50),
      LastName VARCHAR(50),
      DepartmentID INT
  );
  

• Insert values:
  

  INSERT INTO Employees (EmployeeID, FirstName, LastName, DepartmentID)
  VALUES (1, 'John', 'Doe', 101);
  

• How many joins? There are four main types of joins: INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN (or LEFT OUTER JOIN), RIGHT JOIN (or RIGHT OUTER JOIN), and FULL JOIN (or FULL OUTER JOIN).

• Query to join 2 tables:
  

  SELECT E.FirstName, D.DepartmentName
  FROM Employees E
  INNER JOIN Departments D
  ON E.DepartmentID = D.DepartmentID;
  

• Join output: If one table has 4 rows and the other has 3, the output of a join depends on the type of join and the matching conditions.

  • INNER JOIN: The number of rows will be the number of matches between the two tables. It could be anywhere from 0 to 4 (or 3, depending on which table has the foreign key).
  • LEFT JOIN: The output will have 4 rows (from the left table), plus any matching rows from the right table. Non-matching rows from the right table will have NULL values.
  • RIGHT JOIN: The output will have 3 rows (from the right table), plus any matching rows from the left table.
  • FULL JOIN: The output will have all 4 rows and all 3 rows, with NULL values for non-matching entries.

• How to mention join condition: The ON clause is used to specify the join condition, typically matching a column from one table to a column from another. For example: ON table1.columnA = table2.columnB.

• What is an index? A database index is a data structure that improves the speed of data retrieval operations on a table. It's similar to an index in a book, allowing the database engine to quickly locate rows without scanning the entire table.

• How to use an index: You create an index on a column or set of columns that are frequently used in WHERE clauses, JOIN conditions, or ORDER BY clauses.
  

  CREATE INDEX idx_employee_id ON Employees(EmployeeID);
  

• What are constraints? Constraints are rules enforced on data columns in a table to limit the type of data that can be inserted or updated. They ensure the accuracy and integrity of the data. Examples include PRIMARY KEY, FOREIGN KEY, UNIQUE, NOT NULL, and CHECK.

12. Method Overloading, Dynamic Binding

• Method Overloading: This is a form of compile-time polymorphism. It allows multiple methods in the same class to have the same name but different parameter lists (number of parameters, their data types, or their order).
• Dynamic Binding: This is another term for runtime polymorphism (method overriding). It's the process where the call to an overridden method is resolved at runtime, not at compile time. The JVM determines which version of the method to execute based on the actual object type, not the reference type.

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